Battle of ‘R or Paar’ over hosting of T20 World Cup, why did bitterness increase between Bangladesh Board and ICC?

News India Live, Digital Desk: For cricket lovers, ‘World Cup’ is not just a tournament but a festival. Especially when it is happening on your own country’s soil, the excitement is sky high. But at present both silence and restlessness are going on together in the cricket corridors of Bangladesh.

The controversy regarding the T20 World Cup (Women) to be held in Bangladesh has now reached its final point. After the chaos on January 24, everyone is asking only one question: Will Bangladesh be deprived of hosting the World Cup?

Why is the matter stuck?
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) was busy preparing for a long time. The grounds of Dhaka and Sylhet were being decorated. But the past political changes in the country and the security related instability forced the ICC to think. In international cricket, the safety of players is paramount. ICC has doubts whether the teams will feel safe going there in the current circumstances?

BCB and ICC ‘tussle’
According to the latest reports, Bangladesh Cricket Board tried its best not to lose the hosting rights. He tried to get full security guarantee from the government and to assure ICC at every level. But perhaps the matter is not being resolved. From the latest updates coming today i.e. on January 24, it is clear that ICC has moved towards some other option (like UAE or any other country).

For the fans, this is not just defeat, it is pain…
If seen from the perspective of an ordinary cricket fan, this is heartbreaking news. Imagine, what would happen to those girls and young players who wanted to see their stars playing in front of their homes? This could also be a big blow to sports tourism and the image of the country.

At present, the board is still waiting for an official letter and a final statement from the ICC. But the signs are not good. If the hosting is snatched away, it will be a very bitter experience in the history of Bangladesh cricket.

Now it remains to be seen whether some miracle will happen at the last moment or Bangladesh will have to become a silent spectator and watch the World Cup being held in some other country.